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2DOF on 4 wheels

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by ruba, Dec 19, 2017.

  1. ruba

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    Hi everybody!

    My idea was to built 2dof simulator, which would be very close to real race car in it`s exterior.
    It will have real 19" wheels, plastic panels and all what real race car have (as close as I can).

    Now it is half ready, some photos and specs:

    Arduino + 4 Moto Monster for more power
    2 x 250w 12V motors with 1:30 gearboxes
    1 x 60A server PSU

    a lot of metal

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    Will post new photos!
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  2. ruba

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    Building side steelworks

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    That is a whole other level with respect to external asthetics, you obviously must have s ton of space for your rolling rig!
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    If the rig will have to occupy space, then let it be aesthetic, I think :)
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    ROFL, so awesome!...
    Rolling hard, because constantly wonder about a treadmill...so yeah, put that rig on a treadmill that spins and get some G force :) :) :) hilariously awesome, would be nice to have that space for sure, keep at it, and looking forward to more.
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    @ruba - That looks cool as hell but it looks like the frame around the cockpit is attached to the moving top platform of your rig. If I am seeing that properly that's going to be a lot of mass for your motors to move around and will cut the response of your rig. But maybe I'm seeing that wrong. Just thought I'd mention.
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    @Zed Yes, the frame around the cockpit is attached to the moving platform. I plan to use some counterweights to achieve a balance. Most likely this will increase the inertia but I plan to use shock absorbers. Will see on test results

    Added "engine compartment" and steering wheel with pedals

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